Getting Started:
∗ When to start reading to your childr(en):
o It is never too early to start reading to your children!
o Reading aloud to your children early in life helps to develop their speaking skills, and sharpens their brains.
∗ When to read to your child(ren):
o Read to your children whenever possible and as often as you can.
o Keep books on hand for situations (ex: waiting in a restaurant, in a doctor’s office, etc,.).
o Make a habit of reading before bedtime.
o In the event that you have a babysitter watching your children, make sure to have them read to your child(ren).
o Reading at the same place and time causes a child to have a sense of security and comfort.
∗ How long should I read aloud to my child(ren)?
o Read aloud to them for as long as you can. Even if your child is able to read on their own it is still a good idea to read aloud to them. Doing this will keep their interest and love for books.
∗ When to start reading to your childr(en):
o It is never too early to start reading to your children!
o Reading aloud to your children early in life helps to develop their speaking skills, and sharpens their brains.
∗ When to read to your child(ren):
o Read to your children whenever possible and as often as you can.
o Keep books on hand for situations (ex: waiting in a restaurant, in a doctor’s office, etc,.).
o Make a habit of reading before bedtime.
o In the event that you have a babysitter watching your children, make sure to have them read to your child(ren).
o Reading at the same place and time causes a child to have a sense of security and comfort.
∗ How long should I read aloud to my child(ren)?
o Read aloud to them for as long as you can. Even if your child is able to read on their own it is still a good idea to read aloud to them. Doing this will keep their interest and love for books.